SOME NEW NATURAL PICTURE MAKING TIPS FOR CAPTIVATING MEMORABLE PHOTOS OF INFANTS

1. Help Your Client Prepare for the Photo Session

Tips for how to have parents prepare for their infant photography session:

Feeding. It’s a good idea to try to feed the baby right before the start of the session so that he is nice and sleepy! If you are lucky, he might even drift off into a deep slumber.

Outfit selection. Soft, neutral colours work well for newborn sessions. It keeps the focus on the baby and not the clothing. Bold, dark colours can also create a colour cast on the skin which can be challenging to edit.

2. What to Bring

You might be wondering which lens to use for photography. There is no right or wrong answer, but I love using prime lenses. I always bring a 100mm macro,  50mm and 35mm lens to newborn sessions. I also bring a backup camera, extra memory cards and an extra fully charged battery.

3. Camera Settings for Newborn Photography

Keep the exposure triangle in mind when choosing your camera settings.

The actual aperture will depend on the focal point, though. For example, if the focus is on the baby’s eyelashes, you might shoot at f/1.4. If the focus is her whole face, you might bump the aperture up to f/3.2 and choose the eye closest to the camera as the focal point.

4. Include Siblings and Pets

This is where things can get … interesting. If a newborn is unpredictable, then adding siblings and pets to the mix only amplifies it!

Siblings (especially younger ones) can be challenging, but if you already know how to photograph children it definitely helps. Just remember to keep it light and fun.

5. Safety First

Last, but certainly not least is safety. Is it safe to take photos of infant ? The answer is yes, but only if done properly. First and foremost, you must reschedule the session if you are feeling at all feel under the weather. Newborn’s immune systems are not fully developed and they are extra vulnerable viruses and bacteria. Along with that, always wash your hands or use hand sanitizer before you start the session.

Is the camera flash safe for newborn ? The camera flash is perfectly fine for the new born as long as you are taking photos from a normal distance (at least a few feet away from the eyes)

Conclusion

There you have it – some professional photography tips by DEN HAAG for taking memorable photos of your baby! These photography tips will not only help your sessions to run more smoothly, but it will keep you stress-free as well! And remember, sometimes the most memorable photos come from spontaneity. It’s always good to plan and be prepared, but be open to what’s happening at the moment.